Easy Artisan Ciabatta Bread Recipe/Rustic Italian Bread/No Knead Rustic Bread

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

yeast

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Sourdough starter can be a cost-effective alternative.

salt

💰Cheaper: sea salt

Sea salt is often less expensive than specialty salts.

Mix flour, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl.

Add water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Incorporate salt and olive oil into the dough.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Gently deflate the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.

Divide the dough into two equal pieces and shape each into a loaf.

Transfer the loaves onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cover the loaves and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).

Bake the loaves for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

Cool the loaves on a wire rack before slicing.

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